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Navigating the teenage years can be a challenging experience for both parents and their children. As teens seek independence, it becomes crucial for parents to foster open and respectful communication. Building trust and understanding during this formative period can significantly impact your relationship with your teen. In this blog post, we'll discuss practical tips for improving communication with your teenager and ensuring that the lines of dialogue remain open. Understan

Navigating the teenage years can be challenging for both parents and teens. During this critical life stage, teens experience rapid changes in their physical, emotional, and social lives. As parents, understanding these changes and fostering open communication is essential to help your teen feel safe and comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings. In this blog post, we will explore typical teenage behaviors, the importance of creating a safe space for conversation, and p

I've been writing articles on SAD - seasonal depression/affective disorder for more than 25 years. There's not much new to say about it, but there are plenty of more reasons to be SAD. I am working with a lot of teens and young adults right now who are acting out and getting into trouble and doing risky things, which are all normal to adolescent development. What is not normal is running your parents into the ground. In other words, young people move around the world witho

Continuing to grow as a therapist means more than just gaining experience with clients. It involves staying current with new techniques, ethical standards, and research in the mental health field. One of the best ways to do this is by earning therapist CE credits . These credits not only fulfill licensing requirements but also enhance your skills and confidence in practice. Let’s explore how you can maximize your career by strategically using CE credits. Why Therapist CE Cred

Continuing education is a vital part of a therapist’s professional journey. It keeps skills sharp, knowledge current, and ensures...

Continuing education is a vital part of a therapist’s professional journey. It helps maintain licensure, sharpens skills, and keeps...

My theory is that young adults went underground during COVID. Some thrived, while others got lost in the weeds. This led to a new brand...

Therapists play a vital role in supporting mental health and well-being. To maintain their professional skills and stay updated with the...

My Daughter's Hawaii Trip My daughter recently traveled to Hawaii after completing the grueling two-day BAR exam. This exam is not about...

A 27-year-old female came to my office in 2025 wearing a mask. I thought, "COVID is kind of over, so why would a beautiful young adult be afraid now?" During the in-person intake session, she explained that she had been hiding her whole life. She appeared shut down and said she couldn't talk about most things—she would be too worried about me! I then shared how therapy works. Hesitant, she said she needed time. As an experienced clinician, I understood what this meant: her tr

Boyz to Men I don't see many boys. It seems they don't like therapy. And the world watches as they become angrier, disenfranchised,...

girl stretching Navigating the teenage years can be a rough journey, especially when anxiety becomes a frequent companion. As a parent,...

Yes, in my opinion, as an early adopter and having worked in the Internet space since its inception, the media is just a tool. You decide...

"More spaciousness" is key to deepening self-awareness and healing. Here's how we might explain it in accessible and emotionally resonant terms, weaving in parts work, inner child, and re-parenting concepts.

Don't Bypass the Good Stuff! In a fast-paced world flooded with instant gratification, many of us find ourselves yearning for real...

April - Hastings-on-Hudson, NY So much talk on boundaries. I never had a boundary I didn't cross. Or maybe I never crossed a boundary. ...

Why is adulting so hard? One idea I've been wrestling with is the sunk-cost fallacy. This is apparently a thing in economics - it's...

I have so many young adult clients looking for love. They are sick of the apps. They are sick of ghosting and bad behavior. They want...

(**ALL PHOTOS TAKEN BY DONNA C. MOSS unless otherwise labeled) Happy Valentine's Day 2025 - the year that reminds us of 1984. If you...

Snow over Hastings. A hush. Time has really flown. I have been working like a mad cow. Enough. I visited a training at KRIPALU a few...